About the role#
This summer internship is based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. You will join our team to support the implementation and execution of our bat studies program. This position provides hands-on experience in wildlife biology, environmental regulation compliance, and technical reporting. You will work in a mix of field, office, and remote settings. The role is anticipated to run from May through early fall.
What you'll do#
- Assist biologists with field studies, habitat assessments, and presence/absence surveys for threatened and endangered species.
- Prepare technical reports and study plans.
- Coordinate field survey schedules and organize project files.
- Assist with client communication and project coordination.
- Maintain and manage field equipment and supplies.
- Support Endangered Species Act compliance efforts.
- Collect and interpret field data using topographic maps, aerial imagery, GPS units, tablets, and mobile data collection applications.
- Follow safety policies, participate in pre-task planning, and complete required safety training.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a bachelor's or master's degree in Wildlife Sciences, Zoology, Ecology, Natural Resources, or a related field.
- Valid driver's license.
- Ability to work flexible, nonstandard schedules, including extended field days and nighttime surveys.
- Ability to travel overnight for projects.
- Ability to carry up to 50 pounds and navigate varied terrain, including wetlands, streams, and uneven ground.
- Ability to work outdoors for extended periods in varying weather conditions.
- Willingness to obtain a rabies vaccination.
- Experience operating or willingness to learn to operate watercraft such as canoes, kayaks, and powered boats.
- Previous experience conducting biological field surveys is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Harrisburg, PA.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Status: Full-time, paid internship.
- Modality: On-site and hybrid.
About Terracon
Terracon is a consulting engineering firm founded in 1965. Based in Olathe, Kansas, the company operates as a 100 percent employee-owned organization. It provides services in geotechnical, environmental, facilities, and materials engineering. The firm maintains more than 200 locations across the United States and employs over 8,000 people.
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